6.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Solomon Kane (2009)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.0
Overview
A nomadic 16th century warrior, condemned to hell for his brutal past, seeks redemption by renouncing violence, but finds some things are worth burning for as he fights to free a young Puritan woman from the grip of evil.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive
Overview
A nomadic 16th century warrior, condemned to hell for his brutal past, seeks redemption by renouncing violence, but finds some things are worth burning for as he fights to free a young Puritan woman from the grip of evil.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Traditional
Primary
The film's core narrative, while broadly apolitical in its good-versus-evil premise, champions a solution rooted in individual responsibility, the necessity of righteous violence against absolute evil, and the defense of traditional values, aligning with right-leaning themes.
The film 'Solomon Kane' features a cast that aligns with its 17th-century European and North African settings, without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. The narrative centers on a traditional hero's journey of redemption, and it does not present a critical portrayal of traditional identities or incorporate explicit DEI themes as central to its story.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity, specifically Puritanism, as a source of moral guidance, redemption, and strength against demonic evil. Solomon Kane's journey is one of finding and affirming his faith, which ultimately empowers him to fight for good.
The film "Solomon Kane" does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on a historical fantasy adventure, with no elements pertaining to queer identity or experiences.
The film "Solomon Kane" is a dark fantasy adventure set in the 17th century, focusing on a Puritan warrior's quest. It does not contain any identifiable transsexual characters or themes, nor does it explore issues related to transgender identity within its narrative.
The film does not feature any female characters engaging in direct physical combat against male opponents. Female characters are present but do not participate in action sequences where they defeat men in close-quarters fighting.
The film adapts Robert E. Howard's character Solomon Kane, who remains male as in the source material. All other significant characters in the movie appear to be original creations for this adaptation, not gender-swapped versions of established characters from the canon.
The film "Solomon Kane" (2009) adapts Robert E. Howard's character, who is consistently depicted as a white English Puritan in the source material. The lead role is played by James Purefoy, a white actor, aligning with the character's established race. No other major characters show a change in race from their canonical or typical portrayals.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.1
6.0
Critic Ratings
7.0
4.8
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